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Endocrinology (Hormones & Growth)

The way your child grows, develops and even feels, can depend on how well their endocrine system is working. Endocrine disorders create hormone imbalances that can affect a child's health in many different ways. Our pediatric endocrinologists provide care, treatment, education and supportive services to children dealing with both common and rare endocrine disorders.

Learn More About Pediatric Endocrinology

Made up of hormone-producing glands, the endocrine system controls many body functions such as growth and development, maturation, energy levels and mood.

And although Type 1 diabetes — also known as juvenile diabetes — is the most recognizable condition, Nemours pediatric endocrinologists treat other diseases of the endocrine system such as:

Support Services

Medication Refills

Please request medication refills at the time you make your appointment — requests may take 48 hours to complete. Prescriptions cannot be refilled if your child hasn't been seen in our clinic in the past 6 months.

When calling for a refill, please include:

your child’s name

medication name and dosage

pharmacy name and phone number

Growth Hormone Therapy Information & Resources

Growth hormone therapy requires prior authorization for a brand on your insurance drug formulary. Please notify your insurance company to find out what brand(s) is covered (preferred) with a prior authorization.

When growth hormone therapy is recommended for your child, the following list of growth hormone manufacturer websites can be useful educational resources to help you become comfortable in making a choice for your child. Many of them include such tools as product and device information, storage and safety information, financial support programs, and instructional guides and demonstration videos. Reimbursement Center Case Managers can assist with insurance benefit investigation and coordination of growth hormone therapy.

As a parent, you know the importance of balance in your child’s life — and so does your child’s body. Too many or too few of certain nutrients or hormones can result in an endocrine system disorder that can affect the way your child feels, moves and grows. Nemours pediatric endocrinologists are here to ensure that your child's body is properly reaching that balance.

Advanced Care for Children With Growth and Hormone Problems

Pediatric endocrinologists from Nemours Children’s Specialty Care, Jacksonville are part of the same team of specialists from Wolfson Children’s Hospital (our neighbor and pediatric partner). Families come to us from all over the world to receive top-quality medical care from top experts in pediatric endocrinology.

Our pediatric endocrinologists are experienced in evaluating diagnosing and treating children with all types of endocrine disorders. Some of the state-of-the-art technology and screenings we may use to help us assess your child’s condition include:

Our pediatric endocrinologists and scientists involved in The Center for Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Research at Nemours, are dedicated about their research. And that means the children we care for can directly benefit from our innovative research activities.

Kids With Endocrine Conditions Come to Us From Across the Globe

Because of the extensive research efforts of our dedicated physicians and scientists, children diagnosed with multiple endocrine disorders from around the United States and abroad are referred to Nemours Children’s Specialty Care, Jacksonville. These kids often have complex medical conditions and seek the expert care and advice of our pediatric endocrinologists.

Family-Centered Care from Nemours

At Nemours, we recognize the importance of the family in the care and healing process. We understand that no one knows your child better than you do — and that you’re one of the most important members of your child’s care team. That’s why we make every effort to include you in the process and to create a close relationship built on mutual respect, collaboration and education.

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